Media Inquiries to the City of Berkeley

If you are a member of the media and want information or comment from the City of Berkeley, please refer to the information below so that your inquiry can be handled as quickly as possible.

Berkeley City DepartmentsThe City Manager's Office coordinates all media requests that come to City departments (except Police—see below). Members of the media can contact Public Information Officer Matthai Chakko at (510) 981-7008 or via email.

Berkeley Police DepartmentThe Police Department has an assigned Public Information Officer (PIO). Please see this BPD web page for current contact information about the PIO, office hours, and how to get information during off hours.

Elected Officials: Mayor, City Councilmembers, City AuditorThe City PIO cannot not speak for the elected officials, but can report on Council actions, clarify Council processes, or provide similar technical information. To request information or an interview from an elected representative, please contact their offices directly.